Question

Solve the quadratic equation 2x to the 2nd power -3x-2=0using the quadratic formula. Read the information in the assignment list to learn more about how to type math symbols in MS Word, such as the square root.

Answer 1

2 x^2 - 3 x - 2 = 0

x = [ 3 +/- sqrt (9 + 16) ]/ 4

x = [ 3 +/- sqrt(25) ]/ 4

= [3+5]/4
or
= [3-5]/4

= 2 or -1/2

check:
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(x-2)(2x + 1) = 2 x^2 -3x - 2 yes